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American Pocket WatchesTitle: Complete Guide to American Pocket Watches #2 

Used book in good condition but wear to cover

Authors: Cooksey Shugart; Tom Engle 

ISBN 13: 9780517543524

Publisher: Harmony Books 
Publication Date: 1982 
Binding: Softcover
Edition: 2nd

This is an excellent book that provide good information and helps to identify pocket watches and thier makers. If you collect pocket watches you must have this book. It does give you a broad index and relevant information in a handy and practical manner. Even with the internet resources of today it still provide an added value and relevant information.

The number of photos is unexcelled, the text at the beginning gives the beginner the knowledge and the glossary at the end a quick reference for terms. It is heavy on pockets but, also chock full of pictures on wristwatches and their prices, the industry almost standard (the market rules).  A hard book to beat if you buy more than one watch a year will save the buyer much more than the price of the book many times over. This IS the book to buy without question - universal among hobbyists and collectors alike.

$24.99 + 3.99 shipping

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